Women's Archives - Sanford Health News

A pregnant woman, Michele Sorenson, is held by her husband, Kyle. They appreciate the prenatal video visit option

Prenatal video visit option pleases couple and OB/GYN

Benefits include convenience and a more personal atmosphere

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 11 min read

Courtney Collen talks over Skype with Dr. Jeanne Hassebroek-Johnson about potential pregnancy risks with COVID-19

COVID-19 FAQs: OB/GYN talks about potential pregnancy risks

Courtney Collen ⋅ 4 min read

Luke and Alissa Sendelbach pose as Alissa holds their newborn baby, Audrey. (Photo courtesy of the Sendelbachs)

Mom describes experience of having baby during pandemic

Courtney Collen ⋅ 7 min read

COVID-19 FAQs: Are pregnant women ‘high risk’?

Courtney Collen ⋅ 5 min read

Smiling Dr. Abrea Roark talks with a patient in an exam room. The patient's back is to the camera.

What women ask about, and what their doctors tell them

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 22 min read

News reporters and businesspeople gather for a news conference at the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center. The general manager is speaking at the podium with a nursing suite behind him.

Denny Sanford PREMIER Center installs breastfeeding pods

Sanford Health provides two private suites for nursing and pumping

Keeley Meier ⋅ 3 min read

A provider gives a prenatal ultrasound to a pregnant woman to check the health of mom and baby. Maternal mortality rates are a concern nationwide.

Maternal mortality: Working to keep moms safe

Doctors focus on patients' health with regional projects, hospital practices

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 23 min read

3D mammography nurse technician patient

5 reasons to get a 3D mammogram

3D mammograms can provide earlier detection, fewer additional tests and reduced anxiety

Keeley Meier ⋅ 6 min read

Bea Smith holds a stuffed bear while playing on the couch with her husband and their baby, who was delivered via emergency c-section after Bea had appendicitis.

Appendicitis hastens baby’s delivery via C-section

Bea Smith was grateful for a doctor she trusted when pregnancy veered from plans

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 8 min read

Dr. Michelle Baack and Dr. Randy Raustino sit at a table with a laptop open as they look over heart research information.

Heart research: Two lab leaders share common goal, spirit

Dr. Michelle Baack, Dr. Randy Faustino on collaborative, complementary paths

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 18 min read

heart attacks in women: standing in park yoga instructor

Yoga instructor’s scare an example of heart attack in women

'I’m like, there’s no freaking way I’m having a heart attack.'

Jon Berg ⋅ 6 min read

Concerned about acne: Young woman looking to the side applies cleanser to her chin.

Bothered by breakouts? Options can help battle acne

Learn about types of treatment, skin care and when to make an appointment

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 15 min read

varicose veins: Woman massaging her legs after wearing high heels all day at work in office

Varicose veins: What are they? How are they treated?

The symptoms of varicose veins may look like other health problems

SHN Staff ⋅ 7 min read

Dr. Johnna Nynas talks with patient Carrie Wilcoxen in an office.

After a move, busy mom found new doctor and ideal solution

Hysterectomy eliminated persistent problem of heavy bleeding and pain

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 6 min read

woman looking stressed

Baby blues vs. postpartum depression

Feeling blue after baby? You are not alone. Learn when and how to find help

Parenting Services ⋅ 4 min read

Preeclampsia: Everything you need to know

Lacey Krebsbach, MD ⋅ 8 min read

Yoga instructor’s scare an example of heart attack in women

Jon Berg ⋅ 6 min read

What you need to know about dense breast tissue

SHN Staff ⋅ 5 min read

‘Returnship’ bridges resume gap for experienced employees

Michelle Erpenbach ⋅ 6 min read

Mom describes experience of having baby during pandemic

Courtney Collen ⋅ 7 min read